While Mid-Autumn Festival 2024 may still be months away, it’s never too early to start planning thoughtful gifts for your loved ones. It is all about sharing joy and showing appreciation, and what better way to do that than with a beautifully crafted mooncake? Thankfully, our comprehensive guide to the best mooncakes in KL and Selangor makes it effortless to explore and order the finest mooncakes in the region.
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Mooncake Festival, holds a cherished place in the hearts of many as the second most important celebration after Chinese New Year. This festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, marks the harvest season and is a time for joyous family reunions. Each year, families gather to enjoy a sumptuous reunion dinner and indulge in an array of exquisite mooncakes, both sweet and savoury. For the Mid-Autumn Festival 2024, we have meticulously curated a selection of the finest and most delectable mooncakes available in Klang Valley.
What makes mooncakes so special during this festive season is their deep-rooted symbolism of expressing love and gratitude. With mooncake season approaching on 17 September, the most renowned establishments in KL and Selangor have unveiled their creative and delicious mooncake creations, perfect for gifting and savouring.
Imagine gifting a mooncake that not only tastes divine but also comes in stunning packaging, perfect for making a memorable impression. From luxurious hotels to charming boutique bakeries, the mooncake offerings this year are bound to captivate and delight. Traditionalists will appreciate the meticulous craftsmanship and adherence to time-honoured recipes, while those with adventurous palates can revel in innovative flavours that push the boundaries of culinary creativity.
Classic stuffings such as red bean, salted egg yolk, white lotus and mixed nuts continue to be favourites. However, for those with a taste for the unconventional, you’ll discover an exciting variety of modern flavours, including chocolate, durian, green tea, and even boozy-infused delights.
Our guide is here to help you navigate the plethora of options available in KL and Selangor. From classic favourites to modern innovations, there’s a mooncake for everyone. Start planning now to ensure your Mid-Autumn Festival 2024 is filled with joy, love, and the finest mooncakes.
Stay tuned as we continue to update this page with more delectable options and exciting promotions.
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As the Mid-Autumn Festival nears, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur introduces its exclusive mooncake collection, crafted meticulously for this festive season. The collection features two elegant packaging options. The Premium Celestial set includes four exquisite mooncakes presented in a beautifully designed three-tiered jewellery box, with flavours like Pure Lotus with Double Yolks, Pandan Lotus with Double Yolks, Dragonfruit Lotus, and Baked Mixed Nuts.
For a simpler touch, the Classic Collection set offers the same number of mooncakes in a stylish box with marbled blue and white hues. The flavours in this set include Green Tea Lotus with Single Yolk, Yam Lotus with Single Yolk, Durian Lotus with Single Yolk, and Red Bean Paste.
Additionally, individual mooncakes such as Black Sesame Lotus with Single Yolk and White Lotus Paste with Purple Sweet Potato are available. The promotion for the Mid-Autumn Collection runs until 17 September, with early bird discounts of 15% for orders placed from 8 July to 31 July, and 10% for orders placed from 1 August to 31 August.
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Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara is set to enchant mooncake enthusiasts with an exquisite selection for the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival. This year, their offerings include two distinct and elegant sets designed to cater to diverse tastes. The Premium Pink Peach Blossom set not only features four delightful mooncakes but also includes a complimentary mini tea set, making it an ideal gift for loved ones. On the other hand, the Classic Turquoise Harmony set offers the same number of mooncakes in a beautifully designed box that exudes sophistication.
What sets Sofitel apart is the variety of mooncakes available. Customers have the option to select from classic baked mooncakes, which are perfect for those who cherish traditional flavours, snow skin mooncakes that offer a refreshing twist, or the highly sought-after Musang King mooncakes known for their rich and creamy durian filling. Each type of mooncake is also available for individual purchase, providing flexibility for those who wish to mix and match.
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Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur has an enchanting offering for the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival. They present two mooncake sets: the Premium Collection, available in refined colour options such as elegant celadon or opulent rose themes, and the Signature Collection, which features a Tiffany blue chest inspired by nature and adorned with a lacquer finish.
Both collections include four artisan baked mooncakes in flavours like Pure White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk, Assorted Fruits and Nuts, Pandan Paste with Single Yolk, and Red Bean Paste.
Early bird customers can enjoy a special 30% discount on all mooncake purchases made from 1 July to 1 August.
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Each year, Ralph’s Coffee introduces a unique mooncake gift box to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a fresh twist. This year’s design features a luxurious steam locomotive, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship. Inside, a train in the iconic green-white colourway houses six mini mooncakes in two flavours—Coffee and Chocolate Raspberry. These mooncakes are made in Singapore and are available for pre-order in limited quantities at the Pavilion KL store starting 17 August.
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Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur is celebrating the festive season with its luxurious Gilded Collection, available in two elegant box designs—square and rectangular. The square option offers sets of two or four mooncakes, including traditional favourites like Pure Lotus Paste with Single and Double Yolk, Japanese Red Bean, Assorted Fruit Nuts, and Black Sesame Lotus. For more adventurous flavours, Sets C and D feature Snowskin with Yam Paste with Single Yolk and Snowskin with Musang King durian.
The rectangular box comes with two mooncakes: Pure White Lotus with Single Yolk and Japanese Red Bean. Mooncakes can be purchased at the hotel’s lobby from 22 July to 17 September, and at Mid Valley Megamall kiosk from 29 August to 17 September.
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As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur introduces a design motif inspired by the ancient Chinese tale of the Jade Rabbit, who sacrificed itself for the Jade Emperor disguised as a beggar. Their Halal-certified traditional baked mooncakes come in various flavours such as Assorted Mixed Nuts, Red Bean Paste, Lotus Paste with Single Yolk, Pandan Paste with Single Yolk, Pumpkin with Melon Seed, and Low Sugar White Lotus Paste.
Additionally, they offer specialty snow skin and chocolate mooncakes in indulgent flavours like Musang King, Pistachio Cream Cheese and White Lotus Paste, Assorted Mixed Nuts and Pandan Lotus Paste. The chocolate mooncakes feature Yuzu Ganache & Hazelnuts Praline, Coconut Pandan Ganache, Streusel & Roasted Coconuts, and Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Ganache & Crunchy Praline. Early bird customers can enjoy a 15% discount on purchases made between 15 July and 15 August.
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Venchi’s Mid-Autumn Festival 2024 Collection is inspired by the famous Italian artist Giacomo Balla, blending the traditional elements of the festival with modern futurism. The collection features vibrant colours and geometric patterns that capture the essence of the full moon and the festive spirit. The gift boxes, adorned with rabbit motifs, symbolise reunion and joy.
The collection includes four unique chocolate mooncake flavours: Triple Pistachio, Strawberry Delight, Matchamisu, and Almond Crunch. With a variety of gift box options, Venchi offers a luxurious treat for the festive season.
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Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with artisanal mooncakes from Yun House at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Crafted by Chef Ng Meng Loong, a renowned dim sum expert, the selection includes classic baked mooncakes in flavours like Lotus Seed Paste with Single Yolk, Pandan Lotus Seed Paste with Yolk, White Lotus Seed Paste, Red Bean Paste with Almond Flakes, and Traditional Mixed Nuts.
For those seeking something different, the snowskin mooncakes feature innovative flavours such as Musang King, Black Truffle Lotus Seed Paste with Pine Nuts and Honey Kelulut, Bird’s Nest with Black Sesame and Almond, and White Lotus Seed Paste with Seaweed, Black Sugar, and Macadamia Nuts.
Mooncakes are available in boxes of four or sold individually. Orders open on 15 July, with collection from 29 July to 17 September. Early bird orders placed before 15 August receive a 15% discount.
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Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur’s Mid-Autumn Festival 2024 mooncake collection showcases the enduring charm of tradition with its detailed floral designs, vibrant hues, and indulgent flavours. Customers can choose from various gift sets, including the Blossom Bliss Gift Set, a hexagon-shaped box featuring any four pieces of baked mooncakes such as Red Bean Paste with 30-year-old Dried Tangerine Skin, Pandan Lotus Seed Paste with Yolk, Lotus Seed Paste with Double Yolk, and more.
For an elevated experience, the Celestial Treasure Gift Set offers a luxurious two-tiered gift box with eight seasonal baked delicacies and an elegant tea set, encompassing all eight classic mooncake flavours. The Bloom Couture Gift Set is a three-tiered luxury offering containing eight baked mini mooncakes in flavours like White Lotus Seed Paste with Salted Egg Lava, Black Truffle Lotus Seed Paste with Yolk, and Yuzu Lotus Seed Paste with Bird’s Nest.
For snowskin mooncake enthusiasts, the Snowskin Indulgence Gift Set includes eight pieces with innovative flavour combinations such as Musang King, Butterfly Pea Flower Skin and Coconut, and Mango and Passion Fruit. And for durian aficionados, you are sure to appreciate the exclusive Musang King Set, featuring eight mooncakes filled with the rich essence of Musang King durian.
If you’re looking for a cute gift for your little ones, the Lunar Bunny Delights Set is designed to charm children with its creative packaging and delightful flavours, including Chocolate Lava, Toffee Butterscotch, and Pandan Lotus Paste. Early bird savings of up to 15% are available for mooncake purchases made from 10 June to 1 August.
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